JOSEPH CHRISTIANSEN M.D.
NPI 1306075619
Ophthalmology - Retina Specialist in Bellaire, TX

Q: What is Joseph Christiansen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Christiansen is 1306075619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2009.

Q: What is Joseph Christiansen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0107X.

Active since July 08, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4460 BISSONNET ST STE 200, BELLAIRE, TX 77401(800) 833-5921 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 23, 2024, Jun 19, 2020, Mar 23, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Joseph Christiansen M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JOSEPH CHRISTIANSEN M.D. (NPI 1306075619) is an individual retina specialist in Bellaire, Texas, licensed in Texas (S5581) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306075619

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207WX0107X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH CHRISTIANSENCredential: M.D.

Location Address4460 BISSONNET ST STE 200Bellaire, TX 77401-3234

Mailing Address4460 Bissonnet St Ste 200Bellaire, TX 77401-3234 · (800) 833-5921

Phone(800) 833-5921

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2024

✔ NPI 1306075619 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Retina SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207WX0107X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S5581

Definition

An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.

Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 077582 (GA)

4460 BISSONNET ST STE 200, Bellaire, TX 77401

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joseph Christiansen M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3870863202

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230915000692

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Christiansen reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Retina Consultants Of Houston PLLC

Same address

Retina Specialist

4460 BISSONNET ST STE 200
Bellaire, TX 77401

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
30 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1902975352 (713) 524-3434

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

485 services319 patients

Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg J0178

Aflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.

428 services99 patients

Injection of drug into eye 67028

An injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.

291 services188 patients

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

227 services189 patients

Injection, ranibizumab, 0.1 mg J2778

Ranibizumab is a medication given via injection to treat certain eye conditions like age-related macular degeneration. It works by slowing vision loss and in some cases, improving vision by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth in the eye.

121 services14 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

102 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450358

Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670005

Location300 Kingwood Medical DriveKingwood, TX 77339 · Harris County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77401 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$72.62 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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